[Osaka] Tour Osaka Castle Park on a rental bike! A cycling course where you can enjoy cherry blossoms and autumn leaves

Osaka Castle Park is a park rich in nature where you can experience the four seasons of Japan, such as cherry blossoms and plum blossoms in the spring and the autumn leaves of the ginkgo trees in the fall. Why not rent a bike and enjoy cycling around the park?

• Table of Contents
• "tokyobike" - a bicycle for enjoying the city and life
• Osaka Castle Park recommended cycling course
• 1. Head to Osaka Castle Park!
• 2. The solemn atmosphere of the Otemon Gate
• 3. A tunnel of trees that changes with the seasons
• 4. Take a little detour to Toyokuni Shrine
• 5. Honmaru area with the castle tower
• 6. Finally arrived at Osaka Castle!
• 7. Depart again for the East Outer Moat
• 8. Morinomiya Fountain Area: Loved by Locals
• 9. Take a break at Joe Terrace Osaka
• 10. Return at your own pace
• If you want to enjoy Osaka Castle Park casually, we recommend "Hotel Noum OSAKA"!

"tokyobike" - a bicycle for enjoying the city and life

" Hotel Noum OSAKA " offers tokyobike bicycles as rental bikes. Cycling is an activity that allows you to enjoy the city like a local resident and experience the charm of the area. Please feel free to use our rental bikes.

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◆Rental bike fee

6 hours 1,000 yen

24 hours 2,000 yen

*Anyone can use it regardless of whether they are staying overnight.

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Osaka Castle Park recommended cycling course

There are guide maps posted throughout the park, so please refer to them if you get lost.

1. Head to Osaka Castle Park!

First, pedal up a gentle slope to the Nishi Sotobori moat.

2. The solemn atmosphere of the Otemon Gate

We head towards Otemon Gate, the main gate of Osaka Castle. The area around Otemon Gate is home to the Osaka Prefectural Government Office and the Osaka Prefectural Police Headquarters, which serve as the center of public safety and administration in Osaka.

3. A tunnel of trees that changes with the seasons

The South Outer Moat is covered with trees that change with the seasons, allowing you to enjoy the scenery and atmosphere of each season, such as cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.

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◆Travelers Points

・May is the best month to visit. The fresh green leaves are beautiful.

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4. Take a little detour to Toyokuni Shrine

If you go up to the inner moat from the Tamatsukuri entrance, you will come across Toyokuni Shrine. Many people visit to pray for career advancement and good fortune.

5. Honmaru area with the castle tower

Go through the Sakuramon Gate to the Honmaru district. Miraiza Osaka Castle in the Honmaru district was originally a museum. Inside, there are not only cafes and shops, but also exhibition rooms where you can learn about Osaka's history and culture.

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◆Travelers Points

・If you talk to the volunteer staff, they will explain the exhibits and give you directions.

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6. Finally arrived at Osaka Castle!

You can get a panoramic view of Osaka from the observation deck on the 8th floor. Don't forget to take a commemorative photo to remember your trip!

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◆Travelers Points

・Leaflets available in the facility are available in Japanese, English, Korean, and Chinese (Traditional and Simplified).

・Some exhibits have explanations in English etc.

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7. Depart again for the East Outer Moat

There is a steep downhill slope from the castle tower to the east outer moat, so it is best to get off your bike before proceeding.

8. Morinomiya Fountain Area: Loved by Locals

As you head towards Morinomiya, you will see a fountain, a cafe, and a bakery. There is also a park where children can play, and it is crowded with people on weekends.

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◆Travelers Points

・The Morinomiya Fountain area is a great spot to enjoy cherry blossoms in spring and ginkgo trees in autumn.

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9. Take a break at Joe Terrace Osaka

We pass through the Civic Forest and the Memorial Tree Forest and head towards the terrace where there are cafes and restaurants. You can also enjoy Osaka flour-based gourmet food such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

10. Return at your own pace

If you go along the North Outer Moat, you will arrive at the starting point, the West Outer Moat. If you are tired, take it easy, but if you still have energy, take a detour and enjoy your cycle to "Hotel Noum OSAKA"!

If you want to enjoy Osaka Castle Park casually, we recommend "Hotel Noum OSAKA"!

If you want to casually enjoy a park in central Osaka, we recommend Hotel Noum OSAKA , which offers a high-quality stay, a special breakfast, and spectacular views of the cherry blossoms by the river.

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